General information
Organisation
The French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA) is a key player in research, development and innovation in four main areas :
• defence and security,
• nuclear energy (fission and fusion),
• technological research for industry,
• fundamental research in the physical sciences and life sciences.
Drawing on its widely acknowledged expertise, and thanks to its 16000 technicians, engineers, researchers and staff, the CEA actively participates in collaborative projects with a large number of academic and industrial partners.
The CEA is established in ten centers spread throughout France
Reference
2025-35569
Division description
Within the CEA, the LIST Institute focuses on intelligent digital systems with R&D programs in advanced manufacturing, embedded systems, and ambient intelligence. We support our partners in the transport, industry, energy, healthcare, security, and defense sectors by transferring technology from innovation to enhance their competitiveness.
Description de l'unité
The Sensors and Instrumentation for Measurement Laboratory (LCIM) based at the CEA site in Saclay, which is very active in the field of CVD diamond growth, with skills and knowledge ranging from materials and surface science to sensor and microsystem development, metrology, data analysis, simulation and systems implementation.
Position description
Category
Intrumentation, metrology and control
Contract
Fixed-term contract
Job title
Engineer/Researcher in Radiation Detection and Instrumentation
Socio-professional category
Executive
Contract duration (months)
36 month
Job description
We are looking for an engineer-researcher specializing in the development of measurement systems for ionizing radiation instrumentation. You will join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative research and development projects in this field.
You will be involved in a key project aimed at designing and developing new instrumentation for ionizing radiation measurement, specifically in developing instrumentation dedicated to dose measurement as part of a new cancer therapy.
Your role will be to serve as a key technical contributor to the development of measurement system prototypes, covering:
The design and development of instruments,
The execution of tests and measurement campaigns.
By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to:
✅ Work on high-impact projects in the medical and industrial fields,
✅ Collaborate with leading partners in France and across Europe,
✅ Evolve in a dynamic environment and contribute to major technological advancements.
Applicant Profile
Required Skills and Expertise:
We are looking for a candidate with expertise in:
Radiation detection and the development of associated instrumentation,
Measurement using plastic scintillators and/or semiconductors (diamond, SiC) – a plus,
Electronics applied to measurement systems,
Software development for data acquisition and processing (C, C++, C#, Python),
Monte Carlo simulations using reference codes such as MCNP, GEANT4, or equivalents.
Profile:
Degree in physics, instrumentation, electronics, or a related field,
Experience in designing, developing, and testing instrumentation,
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment with physicists, medical physicists, and chemists,
Strong analytical skills, autonomy, initiative, and excellent interpersonal skills.
Position location
Site
Saclay
Job location
France, Ile-de-France, Essonne (91)
Location
Saclay
Requester
Position start date
02/06/2025
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